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Groundbreaking Study Conducted Letter from the Chair at Mount Sinai Medical Center

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he Annals of Thoracic Surgery (January, 2011) has just published a first of its kind study conducted at Mount Sinai Medical Center of Miami Beach reporting the outcomes of minimally invasive valve surgery versus traditional median sternotomy in patients 75 years of age or older. Minimally invasive valve surgery at Mount Sinai is performed through a small, 2-inch incision on the right side of the chest, and this was compared with the same kind of valve surgery done through a breastbone splitting approach. The investigators hypothesized that in elderly patients, a smaller, less traumatic surgery would lead to better results. Minimally invasive valve surgery in elderly patients increased survival, reduced postoperative complications, and shortened length of hospital stay when compared with traditional median sternotomy surgery.

“The implications of this study are huge.

Basically, at Mount Sinai, we can now prolong life expectancy in a population that, otherwise, was not given the interventional care they need because they were labeled as high-risk patients. The elderly with heart disease, and their adult children, need to know that they do have options for surgical intervention,” said Dr. Joseph Lamelas, chief of cardiac surgery at Mount Sinai and one of the principal investigators in this study.

One out of every eight individuals over the age of 75 has moderate to severe valvular disease. This is a potential population of 4.2 to 5.6 million at present. This number is expected to double by 2030, as our population ages. Many elderly patients, however, are denied intervention by surgical centers and excluded from studies due to old age.

Mount Sinai’s study examined a population older than any other previously published

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Global Spectrum Prepares the Miami Beach Convention Center for a New Year

Main entrance on Convention Center Drive

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ince Global Spectrum, managers of the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC), arrived in October 2008, the Miami Beach Convention Center has undergone a positive makeover with renovations internally and externally. From ballroom redesigns, a new restaurant, and fresh color schemes to air walls, stairs, escalators, and elevators; the luster is being restored to the 50+ year old venue.

“We need to ensure this building continues to move forward and exceed industry standards,” said Bob Balsam, Global Spectrum’s General Manager at the Miami Beach Convention Center. “Thanks to our dedicated operations department and sup-

port from the City of Miami Beach, we’ve been able continuously improve the operational functions of the facility as well as add amenities for our visitors generating a significant economic impact for our local community.”

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According to social researchers, we are in the midst of Gloomsday. The exact date varies from today, January 17th, or the 21st, with either of these Mondays predicted to be the saddest days of the year. The holiday cheer has worn away as workplace stresses resume, bills deflate our wallets and uncanny winter weather nips at our spirits (albeit, we South Floridians have a reprieve from the latter). It is also by now that the resolutions we so enthusiastically proclaimed on New Year’s Eve are now broken: “Next year for sure,” we bargain with ourselves.

I plan on combating these January blues.

My secret weapon?

Commitment. I can’t make the holidays return any sooner, squash the bills nor hold off the cold fronts, but I can commit to making 2011 the best year possible. I plan on being one of the 20% who actually fulfill their resolutions. And I invite you to join me!

This year, the Miami Beach Chamber is resolved to look after your best interest. We’re committed to building you and building your business. You can look forward to several exciting initiatives and networking opportunities to capture new contacts, as well as our unrelenting support of your endeavors. As you create your goals, keep the following things in mind: • Be Specific - What’s challenging, yet realistic? Most importantly, is it measurable?

• Take Control - Goals aren’t going to fulfill themselves. It’s up to you to put

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LEADERSHIP SPOTLIGHT Melissa Rubin Executive Board Member

MELISSA RUBIN

In 2003 my dear friend Jason Loeb, now Chair of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, suggested I get involved with the Chamber and it was one of the best decisions I have made both personally and professionally. The wealth of resources available to me through the Chamber has impacted me on so many levels.

As we all know the key to our successes are the relationships that we create. I continue to have the opportunity to serve on the Executive Board of Governors for the Chamber and now Chair of the Real Estate Committee; 20+ members representing all areas of the real estate business with a goal to educate and spearhead initiatives to make an impact to Miami Beach Real Estate.

In 2010, more properties were sold than in 2006; It was record breaking and sets a tone for what we believe is stabilization in the real estate market. We have seen a shift in sales although still 65% distressed to buyers purchasing non distressed proper-

ties. Most brokers we speak to are busy and properties are going into contract and closing. There is a reason SOHO Beach house opened this year, Marriott Marquis opened their most luxurious property in the world in downtown Miami, a new tunnel is being constructed between the Port of Miami and the mainland and Christian Leboutin opened his boutique in the design district; great signs of a recovering economy.

I am so thrilled to be a part of the Real Estate committee. I am able to take back great information to the 25 agents that are part of my team at Platinum Properties International; a boutique real estate company with an emphasis on distressed property sales. For us to help another human being through these challenging economic times is paramount. We know that we are able to create a road map to financial stability for those that may no longer be able to pay their loans or are over extended financially. As distressed property experts, we have closed 100% of our transactions vs. an industry standard of 25%. This has made an impact on so many lives in South Florida. We have helped people throughout Dade and Broward counties. The addition of distressed property education in addition to yearly education makes our team’s knowledge stronger for our clients.

As one of 200 master brokers in Dade county, I have additional education and resources for both our traditional luxury buyers/sellers and our distressed asset buyers and sellers.

Being involved in the community has always been important to me as I believe we are luckier than most and giving back such a great gift. I am currently Co-Chair of Mount Sinai Medical Center Founders board, a Founding member of Adopt a classroom, one of 15 members of the Miami Board of Realtors Arbitration committee, a new member of the Florida Bar Association Grievance committee and most recently have been named by Business Leader’s Media Extraordinaire Women of 2011.

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CONVENTION CENTER,

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it’s more than just a fresh coat of paint. Thanks to the most recent renovation of the ballrooms, the MBCC has booked multiple weddings and major local galas for 2011 and is filled with an ambiance that can be found at comparable social venues throughout South Florida.

Above and beyond the enhancement of the ballrooms, the MBCC has added features to enhance the customer experience. There is a new sushi restaurant in the skywalk atrium to make it easier for those attending shows to have a sit down meal, a new ‘art in the atrium’ where local artists’ work are on display year round, and a mobile messaging platform to update attendees about upcoming shows and discounts to area attractions. Furthermore, these physical enhancements, such as stairs, escalators, and elevators have resulted in an ease of traffic flow throughout the building and make it easier to attend a show at the nearly 1.3 million square foot venue.

With a full calendar of events at the Miami Beach Convention Center; this year will have something for everyone and is a great time to come experience the improvements first hand.

February alone will be a very busy month and feature The Original Miami Beach Antique Show, IT Expo, Miami International Boat Show, Miami Wine Fair, and Xposed.

For the most up to date calendar of events, visit the MBCC at bit.ly/g3YhKh. For more information about how to host an event at the MBCC, please visit www.MiamiBeachConvention.com.

You can also follow the Miami Beach Convention Center online by visiting: @TheMiamiBeachCC.on.fb.me/hzETn9 Scan Us!

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MOUNT SINAI,

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study that investigated minimally invasive heart surgeries, making it the first to report findings that can be of significant importance in the health of the elderly population.

The study was conducted by Joseph Lamelas, M.D. (Chief of Cardiac Surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center), Gervasio Lamas , M.D.(Chief, Columbia University Division of Cardiology at Mount Sinai Medical Center), Orlando Santana, M.D. (Director of Echocardiography Laboratory, Columbia University Division of Cardiology at Mount Sinai Medical Center), and Alejandro Sarria, M.D. (Cardiology Fellow at Mount Sinai Medical Center).

There were 203 subjects, at least 75 years of age or older (mean age of 80) who underwent isolated valve surgery during the analysis period. Of these, 119 (59%) underwent minimally invasive surgery and 84 (41%) underwent a median sternotomy. All minimally invasive cases were performed by Mount Sinai’s Chief of Cardiac Surgery, Dr. Joseph Lamelas, who performs the highest volume of cardiac surgeries in Florida and has the best cardiac surgical outcomes in South Florida *(for complex, high-volume cases).

George Freeland, a 79-year old retiree, has had cardiovascular disease for some time.

Before deciding to explore surgical interventions, Mr. Freeland had to consider whether his age would be a factor in having surgery.

After learning that Mount Sinai performs the highest volume of cardiac surgeries in all of Florida, he decided to have Dr. Lamelas perform his minimally invasive valve surgery in late 2010.

“It made sense to me to have my surgery done at a hospital proven to have the most experience in this type of surgery. Since I had my surgery, I have felt great! I just turned 79 but I still feel like I have a lot of life left in me,” said Freeland.

Though advanced age has, in the past, been a major predictor of poor outcome in patients undergoing valve surgery, Mr. Freeland is a prime example of a patient who contradicts that norm.

“If there is one thing we hope people will remember it’s that if you are a high-risk patient, you should be looking for the least invasive method for surgery and that’s exact-

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ly what we offer at Mount Sinai Medical Center,” said Dr. Gervasio Lamas, Mount Sinai’s chief of cardiology.

In this study, when compared to the 84 patients who underwent a traditional median sternotomy, the 119 patients who underwent a minimally invasive valve surgery had significantly better outcomes that resulted in a: Lower percentage of complication rates during procedure (21% vs. 45%) Lower incidence of kidney failure (0.8% vs. 16.7%) Lower rate of wound infection (0.8% vs.

6%) Shorter intensive care unit stay (52 hours v. 119 hours) Shorter hospital stay (7 days vs. 12 days) Overall, the Mount Sinai study results demonstrated that minimally invasive valve surgery is feasible and should be considered for older patients who might otherwise not have access to valve surgery due to high risk.

M ount Sinai Medical Center’s study can be found in the Annals of Thoracic Surgery (January, 2011):: Outcomes of Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery Versus Median Sternotomy in Patients Age 75 Years or Greater Joseph Lamelas, Alejandro Sarria, Orlando Santana, Andres M. Pineda, and Gervasio A. Lamas Annals of Thoracic Surgery, 2011; 91:79-84.

ABOUT MOUNT SINAI MEDICAL CENTER Founded in 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center is the largest independent, private, not-for-profit teaching hospital in South Florida.

Mount Sinai’s Centers of Excellence combine technology, research and academics to provide innovative and comprehensive care in Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology and Orthopaedics.

One of only six statutory teaching hospitals in the state, Mount Sinai is the hospital of choice for those who seek the level of expertise and care that only a teaching hospital can offer. The medical center’s commitment to quality has garnered prestigious recognition, including designation in 201011 as one of America’s Top Hospitals by U.S.News & World Report.

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in the necessary energy and attitude.

• Garner Support - Find influential figures with whom to share your challenges and successes. In return, be a support system for others.

Help reinforce your commitment by staying involved with the Chamber. It’s not easy, but consider the organization

your champion, backing you each step of the way with opportunities to make a difference. No more putting off our aspirations until next year: this is the year to make our resolutions happen. And be sure to share your good news with us...Hey, suddenly today doesn’t seem so glum after all.

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• COMMISSIONER’S CORNER • What’s happening in North Beach?

BY COMMISSIONER ED TOBIN

As the New Year begins, I wanted to share with you some progress being made in North Beach.

My commitment when elected was to make every effort to insure our tax dollars are spent wisely. I have made it a priority to look at our capital improvement projects and the City’s procurement process. In the past three years the City has saved millions of dollars in construction project costs. One example in North Beach is the Normandy Shores Golf Club. The project was originally budgeted at $4.6 million dollars. We were able to decrease the cost, expedite and complete the project for $2 million.

The ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Normandy Shores Golf Course and Club House was held on September 16th.

Security is paramount when we consider our quality of life. With that in mind, I have met with the Police Department and have secured a beat Officer for the 73rd street business district for the upcoming year, additional police presence within North Shore Open Space Park and a Marine vessel patrol at night. In the New Year, I believe we will have the funding to make the beat Officer and Marine patrol at night a full time commitment several days a week.

We have also worked on cleaning up the dunes along the beach and the overgrowth within Open Space Park. I am committed to making Open Space Park a place where residents and their families feel safe and

Security is paramount when we consider our quality of life. enjoy. Special thanks to the Teen Job Corps, for their significant help in removing bushes and overgrowth in Open Space Park.

Recently we reworked the foot bridge on 73rd Street to eliminate the “bench seating”. As any North Beach insider knows, the foot bridge was a place for vagrants to congregate and harass beach goers for many years. The worn out footbridge will be replaced in the coming months.

I was not alone in working to improve our City in 2010. I am privileged to work with great colleagues on the Commission Mayor Bower, Commissioner Libbin, Commissioner Wolfson, Commissioner Exposito, Commissioner Gongora and Commissioner Weithorn - who are all committed to and care deeply for this community. I look forward to continuing to work, along with my colleagues, to make Miami Beach better every year.

Please send me your comments and suggestions. What can we do to make Miami Beach a better place to live, work and play?

Wishing you a Happy and Healthy New Year.

Respectfully, Ed Tobin

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The Emerging Leadership Council presents Events Matters at Gemma Left: Representing Vinyl & Kai: Chris Barron, Rebecca Steele and Clifford Brown

Gemma on Lincoln Road

Below: Representing the Miami Children’s Hospital Georgi Morales, Jovanna Bell, and Katina Morales

Sabrina Badeaux and Jennifer Grigorian

Left: Jacquie O’Malley, Ralph Perez, Felipe Basulto

Michelle Citrin and Kathleen Harris Hicks

DeAnne Graham and Michael Kaplan

Alexis Guillen, Chair of the Event; Ana Cecilia Velasco, COO; Brenda Vargas, Chair of ELC and Jason Loeb, Chairman of the Board Panelists: Caterina Falcone, Miami New Times; Sabrina Badeaux, Owner of Chez Badeaux Salon; Felipe Basulto, TD Bank Alexis Guillen, Chair of the Event

Lani Valido and Mark Harrison

Panelists: Caterina Falcone, Miami New Times; Sabrina Badeaux, Owner of Chez Badeaux Salon; Felipe Basulto, TD Bank; Jacquie O’Malley, United Way.

Brenda Vargas, Chair of the Emerging Leadership Council

Representing DECOBIKE: David Silverman and Guerby Mertil

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Your Friendly Neighborhood Locksmith 1.) Where did you grow up? How long have you lived in the area?

I grew up right here, in the heart and soul of Miami. I have lived here since I was just 4 years old; I’ve lived here for over 20 years.

Many things have changed since then, but I love Miami its beaches and great warm summer sun and that is why I opened my business here, back in 2004.

2.) Tell us about the events that led up to where you are now‌. (Where did you go to school, what has been your career path?)

My tale is nothing short of a Cinderella story; only difference is that I was the knight in shining armor in mine.

I was just 17 years old and attending Miami Springs Sr. High. On one fine day as I drove from school to meet up with an old friend I was forced to stop at a traffic light, and as I looked over my shoulder I saw the most amazing hazel eyes looking back at me.

We drove for about a mile and I realized that he wasn’t making a move anytime soon; he wasn’t even winking at me! How dare him!

Oh, and my stop was coming up soon, so, I had to something, and I did, I did what every respecting 17 year old girl would have done.

I ran him off the road!!!!! Of course I apologized, but not before I got his phone number.

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On the other hand, let me ask you this! Have you ever seen a female, 25 year old model, and locksmith? I didn’t think so! That sets us apart.

4.) What advice can I offer the residents?

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Being a mother and running a full blown business is really tough not to mention challenging. What we do, not only does it demand a great deal of our time but also a lot of work and sweat is put into every job done by our technicians.

I care for my son; I realize that the most important thing to me is his safety and security. Our future is anything but certain, therefore; now, more than ever I will push harder for my customers to secure themselves for the sake and security of their loved ones. Our company has not grown due to our constant advertising but, due to our clients of which, we, the company, have built long and lasting relationships. “Your security is my Priority�.

6.) What message do you want to give the residents?

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Lords South Beach launches as first of gay boutique hotel chain

BY DAISY OLIVERA

bright sunny yellow walls with a 10-foot tall white polar bear statue as its centerpiece. We said it was campy, people.

Like at any fabulous gay party – not a stereotype, a fact — the music was spectacular. Singer/songwriter artist Justin Bond performed live in the gold-plated Cha Cha Lobby Bar, the iconic Lady Bunny played in the Cha Cha Rooster restaurant and celebrity DJ Tracy Young did her spinning thing in the penthouse for the VIPs. Absolut Vodka and bubbly flowed.

Miami Beach Commissioner Michael Gongora hosted the ribbon cutting ceremony and presented Gorman with a proclamation from the City of Miami Beach. Superstar drag queen Elaine Lancaster emceed the ceremony in her unique, witty way.

“We are thrilled to bring this exciting hospitality concept to South Beach; our goal is to provide a liberal, proud, playful experience for guests,” said Gorman. “We hope that Lords South Beach will raise the bar for what the discerning gay traveler can expect from a hotel.”

For more information, go online at www.lordssouthbeach.com

Daisy@thedaisycolumn.com www.thedaisycolumn.com The “coming out” party for the Lords South Beach hotel opening brought back memories of years ago, when the beach was in its campy heyday of throw-cautionto-the-wind fun, glitter and glam. The launch of the first gay boutique hotel brand in the U.S. — the brainchild of very snazzy New Yorker Brian Gorman — attracted about 500 stylish guests from Miami and other cities, despite record-setting snowstorms in the Northeast. Joining Gorman were the party’s official hosts, New York fashion plate/socialite Tinsley Mortimer and fashion designer Richie Rich.

There were gorgeous blondes in sequined mini-dresses, chandelier earrings and redcarpet-ready-makeup… and those were just the drag queens. But when you see the over the top décor – sparkling gold-leaf mosaic walls in the bar and shimmery floor length beaded curtains, you understand the pressure of not being outdone by the décor. Speaking of which, you have to smile. The lobby has

Lords Hotel owner Brian Gorman, DJ Tracy Young, Elaine Lancaste

Tinsley Mortimer, Lords Hotel owner Brian Gorman

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An opportunity for Broadband in Florida During these challenging economic times, communities are exploring opportunities to fuel the economy and produce much-needed jobs. As Internet technologies continue to increase and expand, broadband will be a key element of job creation. Citizens for a Digital Future (CDF), a coalition that recognizes that broadband technology affects virtually everything â&#x20AC;&#x201C; economic development, job creation, education, health care and the environment, is committed to promoting increased broadband deployment and ensuring that all communities can benefit from a high-speed Internet connection.

CDF focuses on consumer friendly public policies that benefit consumers by bringing a host of additional services and opportunities to their communities, spurring innovation and investment in new technologies.

With over fifteen valued organizations as members in Florida and many more across the region, CDF collaborates with business

and community leaders statewide to promote greater broadband deployment.

While there are good first steps being taken towards Florida becoming a broadband leader and creating jobs for Floridians such as stimulus funding to help promote broadband and wireless network infrastructure and the recent initiative by the federal government to double the availability of spectrum nationwide, there is more that Florida can do.

We live in an age of having the Internet in your pocket and we need sound public policies that recognize that reality. In order to capitalize on the many advantages of broadband, it is crucial that Florida maintain a business environment that encourages broadband development and have an updated regulatory structure that supports modern technologies.

With a telecommunications regulatory structure that meets 21st century needs, Florida can jump-start its economy and ensure that Floridians are not left behind in the digital future.

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Miami Beach Golf Club welcomes the Jim McLean Golf Academy Historic Miami Beach Golf Club located in the heart of Miami Beach is proud to announce the Jim McLean Golf Academy as its provider of golf instruction.

The Jim McLean Golf Academy at Miami Beach features Lead Master Instructor Michael Hunt. The Academy focuses on growing the game in the local Miami Beach community through a wide range of programs including private instruction, clinics, and an extensive junior program.

Jim McLean has long ties to the Miami community having been at Doral Golf Resort and Spa for over 20 years. Jim has worked with four of Miami’s former #1 ranked juniors Cristie Kerr, Alexis Thompson, Erik Compton, and James Vargas as well as hundreds of other junior golfers.

The Miami Beach Golf Club was originally opened in 1923 as part of pioneering developer Carl Fisher’s ambitious Alton Beach development. In 2002, the City of Miami Beach commissioned Arthur Hills/Steve Forest to perform a 10 million dollar complete renovation of the

course. The course is open daily to its members, public, and local community.

If you would like more information about this topic or to schedule an interview with Jim McLean please contact Josh Points at jpoints@jimmclean.com ABOUT JIM MCLEAN Jim McLean has long been recognized as one of the top golf instructors in the world, and is currently ranked No.4 by Golf Digest. He is the owner of the No. 1 Rated Golf School in America, The Jim McLean Golf School. With locations at top resorts around the world, including Doral Golf Resort & Spa in Miami, FL; PGA WEST in La Quinta, CA; La Quinta Resort & Spa in La Quinta, CA; Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Williamsburg, MI; Mayakoba Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico; Red Ledges at Heber City, UT, JW Marriott Marquis Downtown Miami, FL and Waterchase Golf Club in Ft. Worth, TX. McLean has also authored over a dozen golf books including the newly released “The Slot Swing”; and has produced over a dozen videos and DVDs, including the recently released “Building Block Approach To Golf”.

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Using Kettle Bells for a Healthy Heart

BY CHARLOTTE LIBOV

What does an ancient Russian tool have to do with keeping in shape?

Everything, when it’s called a “Kettle Bell,” as these cast iron balls are one of the most cuttingedge tools for keeping in shape, I discovered, as I swung one around my shoulders in Sean Centifanti’s class at Equinox South Beach.

A kettle bell (or “kettle ball,” as it is sometimes also called) is a cast iron weight that resembles a cannon ball with a handle that you grasp while performing a special exercise routine to build up cardio, strength and flexibility. The lightest one weighs in at about 10 pounds, and they go up to 100.

Sean Centifanti is Equinox’s kettle bell guru, and, at Equinox, he works with people in varying stages of fitness; many of the participants in my kettle bell class are fit and strong, but we also run the gamut, in terms of age and fitness level. This suits Centifanti just fine, as he’s done rehab work with stroke and Parkinson’s disease patients as well.

Using kettle bells for strength training dates back to early 17th century Russia, and they enjoyed a heyday in the early 1900’s. Their current Renaissance dates back to their adoption as a training tool by both the armed forces in the U.S. and Soviet Union. Indeed, Centifanti learned about them from a marine.

“Kettle bells go all the way back to the 1700s when they were used in Russia. Kettle bells are an old fitness tools, but they are also cutting edge.

Using them gives you a full body workout. You get a stronger grip. You get stronger from the ground up, and you get stronger from the inside out,” he says.

Kettle bells are a serious piece of exercise equipment so, of course, and I can certainly attest to this. When I first walked into the kettle bell class, I looked at even the lightweight one with dismay. “You can use a lighter dumbbell,” Centifanti told me.

Of course, I took that as fighting words.

Nowadays, I heft the lighter ball easily, and am starting to work with the heavier, 17.6 pound one as well.

I’m working with the nearly 10-pounder and gaining on the 17.6 one, but the results

I’ve received so far have been nothing short of phenomenal. In the past couple of months, I’ve gotten results in toning and strength that just doing cardio alone never gave me. I’ve whittled my waist to the extent that my previously “skinny” jeans are now my “fat” ones, and my strength and balance are on the uptick. Still, I don’t imagine I’ll ever heft the 35-pounder that Centifanti sometimes uses. But, you never know.

For information on Equinox South Beach, call Andreas Heuser at 305-673-1172.

Charlotte Libov lives on South Beach and the author of five published health books, including “The Women’s Heart Book,” and “A Woman’s Guide to Heart Attack Recovery.” She is also a national speaker on preventing heart disease in women. To learn more about how to bring Charlotte’s health wisdom to your business, call 305-333-8844 or zip her an email at char@libov.com. The information provided in this column is for information only and should not be construed as personal medical advice or instruction.

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2011 Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail Miami Drive into New Waters, Feb 17-21 The 70th annual Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Miami, one of the world’s largest boating events, returns Feb. 17-21, 2011, showcasing thousands of the newest powerboats, sailboats, engines, electronics and marine accessories from more than 2,000 leading manufacturers from around the world. With new attractions including the Dive & Travel Harbor featuring the ‘Be a Diver’ scuba pool, and the new Discover Boating Resource Center, a boating education experience offering free boat rides, on-the-water training courses, and daily seminars, the 2011 show is the ultimate destination to discover boating.

“There is no other boating event in the world that provides boaters with the opportunity to shop the best and biggest selection of boats and accessories. With thousands of products to choose from in one of the best boating destinations and dozens of activities the whole family can enjoy, the Miami International Boat Show is THE place to find out why life is better with a boat,” noted Cathy Rick-Joule, show manager. “And with several new attractions, the 2011 show gives boating enthusiasts of all skill levels the hands-on education and entertainment needed to enjoy all of the benefits of the boating lifestyle and provides a new haven for dive and travel enthusiasts to gather and enhance

their hobbies.”

From personal watercraft and performance boats to sport fishers and mega-yachts, visitors will get the rare opportunity to board and compare boat brands side-by-side at competitive bargains and find exclusive show specials on the newest marine accessories and electronics. In addition to the vast selection of boats and marine accessories for sale and hundreds of products making their world debuts, there is a wide array of attractions boaters of all ages can enjoy throughout the five-day event.

FEATURES OF THE 2011 MIAMI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW INCLUDE: New! Launch your boating life at the Discover Boating Resource Center – This interactive educational series takes a handson approach to training that will include free, daily boating seminars covering a range of topics followed by on-the-water clinics to apply skills learned in the classroom.

Courses include boating fundamentals, close quarter handling and navigation.

New! Dive & Travel Harbor – A true ‘show-within-a-show’ for diving and travel enthusiasts, this new area includes dozens of booths showcasing everything from scuba products and gear, to travel, resorts and boating destinations, plus a chance to learn how to scuba dive*. *New! ‘Be a Diver’ Pool – Learn to Scuba! Anyone age 10 and older can discover the fun and exciting sport of scuba diving in the comfort of a tropically warm pool, test some of the latest scuba equipment and have a photo taken underwater as a keepsake.

New! Coastal/Outdoor Living Pavilion – Visitors to the 2011 show can now learn how to make the most of their outdoor living space. Shop a wide selection of outdoor furniture and kitchen products and get advice from the decorating experts.

New! Meet Russell Newberry, Star Deckboss from thee hit TV show Deadliest Catch! Catch a photo op, an autograph and the inside scoop on life aboard three of the

most popular crab boats in America as you meet and greet this “Dangerous Deckhand” from Discovery Channel’s hit series. Meet Russell Thursday and Friday, Feb. 17-18, 11a.m.-2p.m. and 3-6p.m.; and Saturday through Monday, Feb.19-21, 11a.m.-2p.m. and 3-5p.m.

New! Tours & photo ops aboard the allnew Time Bandit Offshore Race Boat!

This 30-ft. Phantom racer is named for the famous Deadliest Catch fishing vessel Time Bandit. The Time Bandit offshore race team is made up of team owner and driver Bob Mazikowski, an 11-year veteran with more than 40 wins, including three national championships and two world championships, and rookie throttle man Travis Lofland of another Deadliest Catch fishing vessel, Wizard.

Affordability Pavilion – Boating is more budget-friendly than people may think! New

voluntary, free program which allows a participant to report the arrival of their private vessel, make customs declarations, and be cleared for immigration purposes by telephone, without the need to report to a port of entry in person. To enroll, individuals must present documentation (passport is preferred) to verify identity, citizenship or lawful permanent immigration status. The program is only available to private vessels arriving into ports of South Florida, Tampa, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands. Officers will be available all days of the show from 10a.m.-6p.m. in booth #1747 in C Lobby.

G uy Harvey Artist Pavilion – Boating enthusiasts and art aficionados can meet marine legend Dr. Guy Harvey in the new Guy Harvey Artist Pavilion and shop the largest collection of Guy Harvey artwork, apparel and merchandise from more than 20

boaters can visit the Affordability Pavilion to find a variety of boats that can be financed for $250 or less per month.

Big Game Room – The Big Game Room is celebrating its eighth year as the one-stop marketplace for every angler. With new exhibits, the latest fishing products and destinations, activities and daily seminars from the pros, the Big Game Room is a must.

Have a drink at the Marlin Bar while waiting for the next educational seminar to begin, or take a walk over to the interactive Bait Rigging Station, where visitors can improve their rigging techniques.

Customs and Border P rotection Local Boater Option – Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers will be at the show to enroll eligible participants in the CBP Local Boater Option (LBO). The LBO is a

licensed Guy Harvey suppliers. Guy Harvey will be available during the show to meet and greet fans looking for his distinct signature on: Thursday, Feb.17, noon–5p.m.; Friday and Saturday Feb.18–19, 10a.m.–5p.m.; and Sunday Feb. 20, 10a.m.–4p.m.

Miami Herald Discover Boating Photo Contest – How did you Discover Boating?

Sponsored by the Miami Herald, visitors to the show are encouraged to submit their best photos of how they discovered boating for a chance to win an Adirondack Pack Boat and a $500 show shopping spree. Ten honorable mentions win $50 show shopping sprees.

Entries MUST be received at the Pembroke Pines show office or at the Discover Boating

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Center onsite by 4p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19.

Visit MiamiBoatShow.com for more details.

Miss GEICO – Miss GEICO is back! The world’s fastest offshore racing boat, powered with the same turbine engines that flew missions in the first Gulf War and can reach speeds of more than 185 miles per hour, will dazzle any boating enthusiast with a need for speed. Check out a video of Miss GEICO in action!

New product introductions, one-of-akind innovations – Get an exclusive sneak peek at the newest boats, cutting edge technologies and must-have accessories throughout the show floor as exhibitors from all over the world showcase their latest and greatest.

Boat show “must-sees” include the world’s fastest human-poweered submarine from Florida Atlantic University; EGO, the world’s first consumer compact semi-submarine; and more. Click here for a sampling of new products that will be featured at the show.

P re-Show Shopping – The Miami International Boat Show’s newest online offering allows attendees to pre-shop the 2011 show for the greatest deals on the newest boats by visiting MiamiBoatShow.com. Show goers can plan ahead and search boats by brand, model and more, in addition to scheduling dealer appointments onsite or at the dealership.

Features of the 2011 Strictly Sail Miami portion of the show include: w ! Meet Zac Sunderland – Zac New Sunderland, the youngest person to ever sail around the world, will be making an appearance at the 2011 show to meet and greet fans and talk about his solo journey circumnavigating the globe. Details to come!

New! Yacht to be Green – Check out the newest in sailing innovation and renewable energy systems in this eco-friendly exhibit, plus daily seminars including “How to Green Your Boat.”

Author’s Corner – Stop by the Author’s Corner to visit with some of the industry’s acclaimed authors and adventurers and hear their stories first-hand.

Visit

StrictlySailMiami.com for a list of participating authors.

Daily Sailing Seminars – Visitors can hone their skills and receive tips for enhancing their sailing experiences through a daily series of nearly 100 FREE seminars led by renowned experts.

See StrictlySailMiami.com for a comprehensive schedule and seminar descriptions.

Highlights include: New! Interactive Rigging Seminars – Learn the latest in rigging techniques.

Riggers will demonstrate their skills during free daily sessions held on a boat.

Two-Day Marine Meteorology Weather Course (Level 1) by Lee Chesneau – For serious skippers, Lee Chesneau’s two-day marine meteorology weather seminar series, Feb. 19-20, is a must! Chesneau’s 39 years of marine weather forecasting and strategic route planning on a global, synoptic and local scale for mariners has now been successfully transferred to the classroom, where he takes sailors step by step toward understanding both the

ocean and atmospheric environment of any waters. Course fee is $325.

Yoga Onboard – Yoga Onboard is a practical guide to adapting traditional yoga postures onboard a sailboat and creating exciting new postures that work with the water.

Yoga classes will be held on a boat at Miamarina at Bayside.

Discover Sailing, free sail rides (end of Pier B, Miamarina at Bayside) – Want to experience the joy of sailing? Visitors can experience first-hand what sailing is all about with a free, hour-long sail ride with an experienced Coast Guard-approved Discover Sailing skipper, who will offer basic instruction on the easy skills needed to start sailing. Once back at the docks, visitors can tour the show to find out about sailing schools and clubs, and visit with companies that offer learn-to-sail vacations in exotic locales. Sign up to go sailing early, as boats fill quickly.

Eric Stone Live at Strictly Sail Miami – Enjoy the tropical sailing sounds of the Eric Stone Band live on stage Saturday, Feb. 19 at 6p.m. during the Sixth Annual Latitudes & Attitudes Miami Cruiser’s Bash. Latitudes & Attitudes TV will be on hand to record the concert for a one-hour special to air later.

Everyone is invited! Visitors MUST be inside the show gates before 6p.m.

Kids Aboard: Free Kids Boat Building – Kids are invited to help build a 10-ft. wooden boat and then sail it at the show.

Junior boaters can have fun while learning about teamwork and the skills involved in building a boat—math, science, art/design, water safety and more. Learn more about the Kids Aboard Academic Boat Building Workshop at www.kidsaboard.com.

SHOW DETAILS: WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 17, through Monday, Feb. 21, 2011 Thursday, Feb. 17 (Premier Thursday): 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 18-Sunday, Feb.20: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Monday, Feb.21: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center and Miamarina at Bayside open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily WHERE: Miami Beach Convention Center 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center – Miami International Boat Show’s in-water display 1635 North Bayshore Drive, Miami Miamarina at Bayside – Strictly Sail Miami returns to Bayside for 2011!

400 Biscayne Blvd., Miami

ADMISSION: Premier Day (Feb. 17): $30 Adults: $16 Five-day adult pass: $75 Two-day adult pass (valid Feb. 18-21): $30 Youth 15 and under get in FREE Advance tickets can be purchased at MiamiBoatShow.com or StrictlySail.com beginning Dec. 17, 2010.

PARKING: Courtesy shuttle buses will run between all locations, including the park-and-ride at the American Airlines Arena, from one hour prior to the show opening through one hour after show close daily. Daily parking at the American Airlines Arena is $10.

New for 2011! Courtesy water taxi service is available between the park-and-ride at the American Airlines Arena, Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center, and Strictly Sail Miami at Miamarina at Bayside 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily.

WEB: Visitors can now pre-shop the show online at MiamiBoatShow.com or StrictlySailMiami.com; get up-to-the-minute news at www.twitter.com/MiamiBoatShow; find us on Facebook.

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Editor’s Note: Contact Claudia Brooks D’Avanzo or Anne Thomas at davanzo@creativecomminc.com, thomas@creativecomminc.com or 404.898.0423 for press materials, photos and interviews.

ABOUT THE MIAMI INT’L BOAT SHOW AND STRICTLY SAIL MIAMI The 70th annual Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail Miami is produced by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), the world’s largest producer of boat shows and the leading association representing the recreational boating industry. NMMA member companies produce more than 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters and anglers throughout the U.S. and Canada.

The association is dedicated to industry growth through programs in public policy advocacy, market statistics and research, product quality assurance and promotion of the boating lifestyle. For more information, visit www.nmma.org.

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Miami Beach: Diversity at Work

BY JESSE KIRKPATRICK Senior at Miami Beach Senior High School

Having been a student in the Miami Beach public school system for most of my academic years, I have been taught that diversity is essential. It has been drilled into my brain that we all must be accepting of other peoples and cultures in order to be right and just human beings. I know that each culture brings something intrinsically valuable to any community. I understand that a homogeneous society is not only impractical, but undesirable.

While all of these considerations are important, to me diversity means so much more.

As a young person, I value multiculturalism because diversity breeds acceptance. When kids grow up surrounded by only one culture (their own), it becomes difficult for them to become open-minded individuals. On the other hand, those who are fortunate enough to experience a variety of cultures have a greater chance of learning to accept all differences, from racial or ethnic disparities to different senses of humor, political outlooks, heights, weights, ages, aptitudes, interests, abilities, disabilities and so on.

At Miami Beach Senior High, diversity is embraced. Not only through Brazilian festivals or Hispanic heritage shows, but through the unique manner by which we go about our lives.

“Beach High is a multicultural melting pot where you can walk down the hall and hear English, Spanish, Chinese and Creole all in one pass,” said senior Joseph Coto.

Beach High students are humbled, not threatened by other cultures. We become friends with kids that were born thousands of miles away, and we learn from them.

Beach High offers courses in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and French, allowing for a cultured and learned student body. Many students become proficient in more than one language during their time at Beach; some bilingual students end up leaving Beach High fluent in three or more languages.

Students identify with the cultures attached to the languages that they learn in class through first-hand contact, not merely theoretical learning. Furthermore, students are often “forced” to test their understanding of languages through interaction with peers, the media and our community. This in turn enhances the relationship that students develop not only with the language itself, but with their Spanish or Portuguesespeaking friends.

A synergistic interaction is one that amounts to a sum greater than the individual value of each party. In Miami Beach and at Beach High, the merging together of Haitians, Hispanics, African Americans, Caucasians, and countless others can be considered one such interaction, and together we are stronger for it.

but buried in the fine print is a request for a small processing fee to provide you with the information.

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International Salsa Congress Dances on Miami Beach

BY JACQUE HERTZ

Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority Board Member The cruise ship left the bustling Port of Miami on a week-long cruise through the sparkling waters of Miami Beach and into the Atlantic Ocean and throughout the Eastern Caribbean. With a glorious sun setting behind us we sailed through Government Cut with the passengers in total amazement to see the beautiful homes and apartments that appeared from the port and starboard sides of the ship revealing just some of the treasures of Miami Beach.

There was excitement among the passengers – young and old – new and seasoned travelers – an adventure was about to happen. Little did I know that this ship would hold an experience for me and my family that would be unforgettable for years to come.

After a delightful dinner it was time to see what activities the ship had in store for me.

That is when I heard the compelling music that made my heart race and my feet start to move…right toward the outside dance floor.

There I found myself among the most amazing Salsa music and dancers that I had ever seen.

Mind you, I love to dance, but the rhythm of the Salsa was not a step that I had mastered so you can imagine my awe struck look when I saw some of the most magnificent dancers twirling around the dance floor.

That made me want to know more …. and that is how the International Salsa Festival came to Miami Beach. This was in 2000. I met with Rene Gueits, Albert Torres and Edie better known as “The Salsa Freak” and opened the door to a “deal they could not refuse” - if they qualified, seed money to create a venue in Miami Beach during the summer months to help facilitate a Miami

Beach Salsa event. Working with the amazing Executive Staff of the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA), an application was filed and the rest is history. We now have a world class annual Miami Salsa Congress on Miami Beach during the month of August.

The Congress started with an idea and has grown to one of the largest Salsa Congress’ in the United States and internationally with participants coming to Miami Beach from around the world. It had a humble beginning with only a weekend of local and some international dancers. Now the event takes place over five “dance filled” days attracting participants and viewers from around the world – places like France, Japan, Russia, Switzerland, Italy, Finland, Australia, Canada, Peru, Argentina, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, not to mention all those who come from our own United States – New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, to name a few.

Participants and viewers “dance” away talking not only about the event, but looking forward to returning to Miami Beach the next year to dance and partake in all that our wonderful city holds and offers.

National and international press cover the event and so Miami Beach is highlighted throughout the world, reaching millions of viewers who can see how much our wonderful city has to offer.

This is truly an example of the MBVCA’s marvelous accomplishments – helping venues like the Miami Salsa Congress on Miami Beach, as well as the many other grant applicants, succeed and bring world class events to our sandy shores.

I am proud to be a part of this wonderful Board and look forward to another successful year of fun-filled and exciting events brought to Miami Beach, the Sun and Fun Capital of the World, through the dedicated work of our members and staff.

I wish you all a very Healthy and Happy New Year.

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How to avoid the scams and still find private scholarships for college

BY PETER RATZAN

Now that it’s ‘down-tothe-wire’ for families with college-bound high school seniors, I get a call at least once a day from parents desperate to find private scholarships to help pay the looming college bill. My first response is usually ‘Oh Crap’ - here’s a family with a great student that just waited too long. More than likely, if they had started their planning process earlier (i.e., had their child apply to schools with money to give, positioned him or her to be in the top 25% of some of those schools and re-allocated their non-exempt assets), they may have qualified for both merit and need-based scholarships and grants to offset their costs.

My second response (the one that I say out loud) is avoid getting scammed.

Everyone of us who have college-bound teens at home will receive direct mail and phone solicitations from companies either claiming that they have access to ‘hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed college scholarships’ or ‘confirming your eligibility for an award. These offers will look very official — and will seem very tempting, but buried in the fine print is a request for a small processing fee to provide you with the information.

If that is the case, tear-up the offer, hang up the phone and run in the other direction.

You should NEVER have to pay for this type of information. You should also watch out for any company that ‘guarantees’ that you will win a scholarship. Any claim or guarantee I have ever seen or reviewed has turned out to be a scam. These companies know nothing about you other than someone in your house is a high school junior or senior. In fact, law enforcement officials estimate that parents lose more than $100 million to these swindlers per year (that’s $250.00 a day).

Anyone going down this route should also realize that they’ll be facing some pretty long odds: in any given year, a scant 6.9%, or about 14.5-to-1 of the undergraduates who apply for private scholarships actually receive anything at all. In fact, private scholarship money represents less

than 2% of the total that’s available for financial aid (through the government and the colleges themselves).

But even with all that said, it never hurts to try and find additional sources of money for college, so long as you follow these safe guidelines.

1. Start with a FREE, reputable online scholarship search like www.fastweb.com or www.meritaid.com. Buy or borrow a scholarship book that is less than one year old.

2. Check with your, your spouse’s and even your parents’ employers. Many have scholarships that nobody knows about because they’ve never asked, and the scholarships have never been aggressively marketed.

3. If you are at least 1/16th Native American, check with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. They often have substantial scholarships available for those who qualify.

4. Since you don’t have unlimited time, increase your odds and apply wisely.

Look for criteria that match up well with your student. DO NOT apply for scholarships that ‘everyone’ can apply for or that aren’t worth much money to begin with.

5. DO NOT apply for any scholarships that your student can’t qualify for - in this case, close does not cut it. If the minimum GPA is a 4.65, don’t apply with a 4.6 and hope for the best.

Whenever possible, I advise you to focus less time on the 2% of private money available, and a lot more on the other 98%.

To do so, you should begin college funding planning when your student is in 10th and 11th grade, the same time that they are, or should be, beginning their admissions preparation. One note in closing, if you believe you are the victim of a scholarship scam, notify the FTC immediately.

They will put you in touch with their education fraud division to assist you.

Peter Ratzan is the President of College Funding Specialists, Inc., a college funding advisor and the author of The Never Pay Retail For College Financial Aid Maximization System. He teaches free community workshops on college funding strategies for the ‘forgotten’ middle class.

To learn more, visit online at LearnCollegeFunding.com.

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Equus is Hyundai’s entry in large luxury car segment Ron Beasley

LET’S TALK CARS Hats off to Hyundai for the new top-of-theline Equus, a stunningly beautiful and technologically excellent automobile.

If you’ve been thinking about buying a Mercedes S Class sedan, Lexus LS 460 or a BMW 7 Series, but the price tags have kept your wallet in your pocket, then take a look at the Equus with a starting price of under $60,000.

Hyundai has had the Equus on the production boards for several years as engineers worked to come up with the company’s initial offering in the large luxury car segment. With its European design, comfortable interior and leading edge automotive technology, the 2011 Equus is Hyundai’s signal to the world that it can engineer, design and build world class vehicles.

Equus is offered in two models — Signature and Ultimate.

Equus Signature has a starting price of $58,000 and comes with leather seating surfaces; Alcantara suede headliner; dual automat-

ic temperature control with air quality system; a 608-watt, 17-speaker Lexicon stereo system; heated and cooled front seats; heated steering wheel trimmed in wood and leather; illuminated scuff plates; illuminated door handles and door armrest, and all the bells and whistles you find in similar luxury sedans.

Equus Ultimate, with a base price of $64,500, has everything that the Signature has and more, including separate rear seats that have elaborate massage technology, power headrests and footrests, separate entertainment controls and even a small refrigerated cooler in the center console. A forward-view camera allows for better visibility and a power trunk lid is standard.

Equus is powered by Hyundai’s vaunted 4.6liter Tau V-8 engine with variable valve timing and mated to the six-speed ZF automatic transmission with a manual shift mode. The combination is amazingly quick, quiet and smooth and the handling is precise.

The Equus is designed on what Hyundai calls its “Fluidic Sculpture” principle.

Up front, the grille is taken from the Hyundai Genesis and it has been neatly integrated with the headlights, which wrap around and blend into the fenders. The shortened front overhang allows the auto-cornering HID headlights to swivel effectively as the car turns.

Along the side the car has a fast roofline and a contour crease across the top of the front

Equus has sleek design, a fast roofline and large 19-inch wheels.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– fender, arcing through the doors and over the way power-adjustable driver’s seat with masrear door handle to the taillights. Large 19-inch sage, dual automatic climate control with sepawheels and tires fill the wheelwells. rate adjustment, 60/40 power-reclining rear On the inside, there is huge space, lots of seats, power rear and side sunshades and an auto legroom and headroom and abundant luxury defogging system with rain-sensing wipers. complemented by plush leather and inlaid wood trim.

Ron Beasley is the automotive editor for Both models come with abundant interior Miami’s Community Newspapers. He may be equipment, including a heated wood-and-leather contacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext. 261, steering wheel with power tilt-and-telescopic or by addressing email correspondence to adjustment, heated and cooled front seats, a 12- <LetsTalkCars@aol.com>.

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How To Feel Comfortable About Your Investment Decisions

By Rick Tonkinson

Certified Financial Planner CFP®

night. Don’t rely on a sales rep to tell you what your investment profile is because the sales rep may adjust your profile to fit the suitability of the investment they are trying to sell you.

Focus on the Purpose of Your Investment Do you need to put money away for a rainy day? Make a “To Do List” of items that you want the money to attain such as vacation, education or wedding. Give each item a specific cost such as $5,000 for a vacation. Determine which item motivates you to attain it.

Motivation that is ratcheted up is called passion. If you find a passion for an item, that will be your top priority. How quickly you want to attain the item will help determine what investment to consider. Again decide on the specific purpose of the money and then consider your options.

After 18 years of being a money manager, I have consistently heard how many people do not feel comfortable with their investment decisions.

Have you ever second-guessed the investment decisions you have made?

Do words like foolish, dumb, wrong, confused, guess, uncertain, frustrated, and overwhelmed describe your feelings? You are not alone in feeling uncomfortable about decisions you have made.

Would you like to feel better about your investment decisions? If the answer is yes, then here are some basic steps to consider: Determine if You are a Saver or an Investor If you need guaranteed stability, then you are a saver. When the stock market is positive, many people say that they want to invest and that they are an “investor.” They say that they can tolerate the volatility of the stock market and that their investment time horizon is long term (greater than 10 years).

Then 2008 comes along and the stock market (S&P 500) drops 34% and the “investors” now are running for safety as “savers”. Their long-term time horizon has decreased from 10 years to 10 minutes and the risk tolerance has decreased from moderate to minimal.

You need to be honest with yourself as to what degree you are a saver or an investor. This is a personal decision that in a perfect world should not be influenced by your family, friends or coworkers.

There are investments for savers and investments for investors. Before you select from the thousand of choices, decide what will make you sleep at

Be Realistic with what You have to Invest As an “investor,” you need to accept that you are prepared to lose part or all of your investment. If this risk is not comfortable for you, then you are a saver.

There are times when people have borrowed on the equity of their home and invest in the stock market because the potential gains offset the risk of losing their home. People make reckless decisions so that they can attain the item they want quicker than what is realistic.

Plan so that if it takes a year to attain an item, you give yourself two years to attain it. If you attain the item in one year, that’s good but don’t beat yourself up if you don’t make your deadline. The important thing is to keep working toward what you want.

His firm, Rick Tonkinson & Associates, Inc. is a South Florida based company with offices at 100 Almeria Avenue, Suite 310, Coral Gables, Florida 33134, offers financial planning services to many in the community with a specialty in assisting the middle class. For more information, or to schedule an initial meeting at your business or home, call 866-323-8326 or (305)447-6617. Also visit the website at HYPERLINK " h t t p : / / w w w. r i c k t o n k i n s o n . c o m " www.ricktonkinson.com.

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Start of new year finds prices ticking skywards

Al Sunshine CBS MONEY WATCH It seems since the start of the new year, wherever we look we’re seeing higher prices at local checkout counters and when we open our bills in the mail. It seems that rising production costs and higher gas prices are impacting everyone’s budgets.

So how can we beat these rising costs?

There are several practical ways we can get a handle on our family finances. For starters, look for bulk food bargains and discount coupons. Consider better meal planning based on weekly specials. However, don’t buy something on sale that you may not really use.

All you need to do is check your old gas bills to see fuel prices are rising again.

Unleaded regular already is approaching $3.30 a gallon nationally and it is even higher around South Florida gas stations. You can stretch your gas mileage by taking extra weight out of your car, clean out the trunk and make sure your vehicle is well maintained and the tires are inflated properly.

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lem. But over the winter, you can turn off your air conditioning or turn up the thermostat and even open the windows to cut back electric bills. You also can save money by lowering the temperature in hot water heaters. That way they won’t have to use so much electricity.

COSTLY CRUNCH It’s won’t be long until all our holiday shopping bills start coming due if you were one of the millions of people who used credit cards online or at the malls.

Likewise, there also is the federal income tax deadline, this year postponed until Monday, Apr. 18.

So what’s the bottom line to ensure you’re ready for it all?

Howard Dvokin of Consolidate Credit Counseling Services says, “Go through and organize all your financial papers. Start fixing your financial problems now or you could be facing even more problems over the next year or so.”

Yet, for most of us, better managing our money sounds a lot easier than it actually may be.

Here is a quick and easy plan for double checking your financial bottom line: Now is the time to organize your tax records to get ready for this year’s Apr. 18 tax deadline. At the same time, start updating your financial balance sheet to put down, on

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Next double-check the interest rates of credit cards, mortgages and car payments to see if you can refinance at lower rates.

Then start going over your investments, paying special attention to your blend between savings, stocks and 401k retirement accounts. And don’t forget about doublechecking your insurance needs to make sure you are not over-spending on health, car or homeowners insurance.

If you rely on just paying minimum credit

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“We’re absolutely going to see higher costs for credit cards, ATM’s or possibly even balance calls,” Dvokin warns. “They’re going to ‘fee’ us to death!”

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BY Y JOANNA PALMER The Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Center is the FIRST site in South Florida to treat advanced prostate cancer patients with a new cellular immunotherapy treatment called PROVENGE®, the first in a new therapeutic class known as autologous cellular immunotherapies.

Mount Sinai is one of only 50 sites throughout the country and, currently, the ONLY site in South Florida offering this new, innovative treatment for prostate cancer.

Provenge was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is a restorative, not preventive, treatment for prostate cancer. It is an autologous (made from a patient’s own immune cells) cellular immunotherapy designed to stimulate a patient’s immune system to identify and target prostate cancer cells.

Patients’ cells are collected, infused with an antigen then helps activates the patient’s T-cells to help fight the prostate cancer cells, and then placed back via an IV into the patient. Patients receive three infusions, two weeks apart. Each dose is manufactured and customized specifically for each patient using his immune cells so no two doses are ever the same.

Clinical trials have shown that the benefits of this treatment include an extended survival rate, improved importance of liveliness, and a 22.5% reduced risk of death.

In fact, 83% of men who received Provenge were able to do routine activities without any restrictions.

Ronald London, age 78, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1997. He is currently a stage IV cancer patient at The Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Center and became the first patient in South Florida to

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London has been through several doses of radiation and hormone therapy, but the cancer keeps coming back.

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“Mr. London is an ideal candidate for this type of treatment,” said Dr. Mike Cusnir, London’s oncologist at the Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Center. “It would be too high-risk for a gentleman of his age to undergo any further aggressive chemotherapy, let alone surgery.”

“I’d like to meet my great-grandchildren one day so, hopefully, I’m successful and I’ll be around so that I can help somebody else in my position be around, too,” said London.

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